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Why am I still getting unwanted calls after I signed up for the Do Not Call Registry?

Signing up for the Do Not Call Registry should stop calls from most legitimate telemarketers and businesses…
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In California, can a background check reveal information about my workers’ compensation claim history?

Yes, it can. When an employee’s claim goes through the state system or the Workers’ Compensation Appeals…
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What can my former employers say about me when my new, potential employer contacts them?

A former employer can say anything truthful about your performance. However, most employers have a policy to…
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Do I have rights when a nonprofit organization is screening me for a volunteer position?

Yes, if the background check is conducted by a consumer reporting agency (not an FBI background check), you…
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Can an employer check the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Crime Information Center database?

Sometimes. The Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) National Crime Information Center (NCIC) criminal…
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Does an employer need my permission before obtaining my military service records?

Generally yes. Service records can only be released under limited circumstances unless you provide…
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If I apply for a position where the employer is required by law to perform background checks, will this affect my rights?

Maybe. When a specific law requires a background check, that law usually outlines the rights employees or…
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In California, can an employment background check include my credit report?

No, an employer can’t review your credit report in California unless the position falls into an exemption…

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